Papamoa College students have won the ‘war' on stage after taking out first place in the Open Division of the ASB 2014 Stage Challenge and J Rock competition at Baycourt overnight.
The college's winning performance ‘Lest We Forget' told the journey of war and the two significant 20th Century events that left a deep and lingering impact on New Zealand.
Papamoa College are the winners of the Open Division in the ASB 2014 Stage Challenge and J Rock competition. Photo by: Quickpix Photography.
'War affects more than those who serve and touches the hearts of all New Zealander's,” the school says in a description of the piece.
'To acknowledge World War I we share a common story with real letters. We honour the service and the sacrifice of all soldiers and their families – lest we forget.”
Event Manager Sarah-Jane Phillips says Papamoa's performance was visually stunning.
'I couldn't take my eyes off the stage.”
Production judge David Artis says their performance was a wonderful presentation of a tough and emotional story.
'They couldn't have packed anymore drama into their performance if they tried. It was a beautiful and powerful.”
Otumoetai College's performance ‘The Game of Life' and Bethlehem College's ‘Be The Revolution' tied for second place.
Sarah-Jane was once again blown away by the students' talent and hard work after viewing Monday night's raw performances, which have no set. The raw division was won by Aquinas College with their piece ‘The Search for the Light'.
'Tonight's performances reflect how Stage Challenge and J Rock are great outlets for youth to creatively express themselves and their values.”
The ASB 2014 Stage Challenge is proud to be supporting New Zealand students to be 100 per cent drug, alcohol and tobacco free.
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ASB 2014 Stage Challenge awards list – Tauranga
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ASB 2014 Stage Challenge 1st Place Open Division |
Papamoa College |
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ASB 2014 Stage Challenge 2nd Equal Open Division |
Otumoetai College and Bethlehem College |
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Girlfriend Award of Excellence for Performance Skill |
Tauranga Girls' College, Otumoetai College, Mount Maunganui Intermediate, Tauranga Boys' College |
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Bay Trust Award of Excellence for Choreography |
Tauranga Girls' College, Otumoetai College |
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First Sovereign Award of Excellence for Stage Use |
Katikati College |
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Ministry of Youth Development Award of Excellence for Concept |
Otumoetai College, Whangamata Area School, Katikati College, Papamoa College, Bethlehem College |
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Southern Trust Award of Excellence for Drama |
Otumoetai College, Whangamata Area School, Mount Maunganui Intermediate, Katikati College, Papamoa College, Bethlehem College |
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The Edge Award of Excellence for Soundtrack |
Otumoetai College, Whangamata Area School, Katikati College, Papamoa College, Bethlehem College |
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Award of Excellence for Set, Design and Function |
Te Aroha College, Otumoetai College, Papamoa College, Bethlehem College |
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ASB Award of Excellence for Costuming Character |
Otumoetai College, Mount Maunganui Intermediate, Tauranga Boys' College, Papamoa College, Bethlehem College |
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Canon Award of Excellence for Visual Enhancement |
Tauranga Girls' College, Te Aroha College, Whangamata Area School, Tauranga Boys' College, Papamoa College, Bethlehem College |
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Ministry of Education Award of Excellence for Student Achievement |
Katikati College |
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Four Winds Foundation Award of Excellence for Health, Life Skills and Creative Thinking |
Tauranga Girls' College |
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ASB Award of Excellence for School Community |
Mount Maunganui Intermediate |
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Ministry of Youth Development Award of Excellence for Environmental or Social Awareness |
Whangamata Area School |
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Ministry of Youth Development Student Lead Award |
Tauranga Girls' College |
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5 + A Day Award of Excellence for School Initiative |
Otumoetai College |
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Award of Excellence for Stage Crew |
Bethlehem College |
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Award of Excellence for Lighting Design |
Tauranga Boys' College |
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Spirit of Stage Challenge Award |
Papamoa College |
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